Parliamentary discussions highlight ongoing concerns over affordable housing amidst rising resale prices.The issue of affordable housing continues to spark debate in Parliament, especially as the resale price index for public housing has risen for ten consecutive quarters. Recently, questions were raised by Workers’ Party MP Gerald Giam (Aljunied GRC) and NCMP Leong Mun Wai (Progress …
Author: Jack Wong
Jack Wong
A remarkable rise in the rankings highlights Loh's dedication and skill on the international stage.Loh Kean Yew, the Singaporean badminton star, has achieved a remarkable milestone by breaking into the top three of the world rankings for the first time in his career.In the latest update from the Badminton World Federation (BWF) on Tuesday (Nov …
The Yorioka Shrine stands as a testament to the complex history between Japanese migrants and local communities.The stories shared among the villagers of Kampung Seniawan Jepon in Kota Samarahan, Sarawak, resonate with echoes of the past. Whispers about the Yorioka Shrine keep residents vigilant, especially during the night when the shrine's presence looms large.Built in …
Tributes pour in for the Cultural Medallion recipient and pioneer of modern art.Workers’ Party MP Jamus Lim paid tribute to celebrated artist Ho Ho Ying in a Facebook post on November 5 (Saturday). Mr. Ho, a resident of Sengkang and recipient of the Cultural Medallion for Visual Arts in 2012, passed away earlier this week.Assoc …
Proposed amendments restrict applications after failed appeals unless new evidence is presented.SINGAPORE: A new Bill introduced in Parliament on Monday (Nov 7) aims to clarify the court processes for capital cases that have exhausted all avenues for appeals and clemency. Under this proposal, the Court of Appeal will be designated as the sole court to …
A closer look at the design and functionality of public transport seating.Not long after my child turned one, I realized I might have a problem with bus seats. When I carry him in a baby carrier, his legs naturally rest against mine, resulting in us occupying 1.5 seats during our journeys. On crowded buses, you …
Empower yourself with tactics to combat covert office politics.Have you ever felt that a colleague is subtly undermining you without your awareness? You might find valuable insights from the Netflix series The Mole, which centers around competitors striving to increase the grand prize money by completing challenges while identifying the "mole" among them. The mole, …
Concerns linger over the potential for substantial debt accumulation without adequate credit checks.SINGAPORE: A code of conduct for the “buy now, pay later” (BNPL) industry kicked in on Tuesday (Nov 1), with experts describing it as a much-needed first step to addressing risks of overspending but saying that more protections were needed. BNPL services allow …
Exploring the complexities of fast fashion's appeal among the environmentally conscious youth.My fashion sense involves buying plain shirts in multiple colors and wearing each of them to death. You can imagine how this horrifies my friend, whose principle is “never rewear an outfit more than five times.” In other words, I’m the wrong target demographic …
Emphasizing balanced nutrition alongside exercise for overall wellness.According to Workers’ Party member of parliament Jamus Lim, when we think about leading a healthy lifestyle, many would spontaneously head out to the gym or the park to exercise, but what we eat plays a part too.“Many folks instinctively think about #HealthySG in terms of exercise and …
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